Core Refusal Reason
The boundary fencing is of excessive height and construction, causing loss of sunlight and an overbearing impact on the residential amenity of the adjoining property.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The height and construction of the boundary fence are considered excessive and inappropriate for the residential context.
- The structure results in a significant loss of natural sunlight and creates an overbearing negative impact on the rear garden of the property to the west.
- The development seriously injures the residential amenities of the adjoining property and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of an existing pergola and boundary fencing at Glentire, Bolaboy. The planning authority refused the proposal based on the scale and design of the fencing. It was concluded that the fence's height and construction are excessive, leading to a detrimental impact on the neighboring residential property to the west through overshadowing and an overbearing physical presence, which is inconsistent with maintaining local residential amenities....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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